Grab a Dubai Nights Umbra by Armaf fragrance sample today and see how close Invictus Aqua (2018) really smells.

An inspired fragrance

People who own Invictus Aqua (2018) by Rabanne keep landing on Dubai Nights Umbra as the wallet-friendly stand-in. The resemblance is real.

Dubai Nights Umbra is like a sharp, icy splash of water against hot pavement, where the zing of yuzu and ginger cuts through the air like a lightning strike. It carries a cool, ozonic metallic edge that feels modern and industrial, reminiscent of a sleek skyscraper reflecting the moonlight. As it settles, the scent grounds itself in a smooth, clean woodiness that lingers like the quiet, confident hum of a city that never sleeps. Fresh citrus and ginger opening with a cool minty kick. Clean aquatic heart with a smooth ozonic violet leaf profile. Reach for it in spring and summer.

Notes

Top: Grapefruit, Ginger, Pink pepper, Mint, Yuzu
Heart: Violet leaves, Watery notes
Base: Guaiac wood, Cedarwood, Ambergris

Projection

Projection runs about 3-4 feet. About 1 foot bubble once it settles on skin.

Longevity

6-10 hours.

Sample it first. Bottles are a bigger bet.